Model Details

Model: Class A4 Locomotive - Dominion Of New Zealand - Commonwealth Collection
Running Number: 60013
Category: Steam LocomotivesLocomotive Class: Class A4Designer: Sir Nigel Gresley
Class Information: Class A4 locomotives were introduced in 1935 as part of a modern streamlined train named Silver Jubilee. One member of the class; 4468 Mallard achieved the authenticated world speed record for steam of 126-MPH during 1938.
More...Weight: 167 tons
Purpose: Express Passenger
Wheel Arrangement: 4-6-2Wheel Arrangement Name: PacificModel Information: In 1937 to celebrate the Coronation of George VI, the LNER inaugurated the "The Coronation" service which operated between London, Kings Cross and Edinburgh, Waverley.It was based on the very succesful "Silver Jubilee" service which had commenced operation in 1935. There were five new LNER A4 locomotives that were assigned to "The Coronation" and they were named after Commonwealth countries.This year two of the five locomotives have been chosen to start the collection and each will be produced in a limited edition of 1000 pieces, complete with an authenticating certificate.Length - 291mm.
Models Produced: * 1,000
* Information from Triang & Hornby, The Story of Rovex, Volumes 1, 2 and 3 - Pat HammondLogo & Box Style: 2009

Company: B.R. - British RailwaysLogo: B.R. Early Emblem
Logo Years: 1948 - 1956
Livery: B.R. GreenLivery Details: Brunswick green with orange and black lining with yellow lettering.
Company Information: British Railways came into existence in 1948 when the dominating four British railway companies amalgamated. Steam traction on British Railways ended in 1968 and the system was re-branded as British Rail.